Elephant Seals Resting on Drakes Beach at Sunset
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:40:45 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This coastal landscape captures numerous elephant seals scattered across the beach at Drakes Beach, with driftwood logs prominently framing the foreground among patches of ice plant vegetation. The seals rest on the sand between the vegetated dunes and the water's edge, where gentle waves roll in from the Pacific Ocean. In the distance, mountainous coastline is visible across the water, while the sky displays a mix of clouds and blue patches creating dramatic lighting conditions. The low angle of sunlight suggests late afternoon or early evening, casting warm tones across the scene.
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